Cleared for Departure
Next Trip: Singapore & Australia, Fall 2026
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A Tale of Two Cathedrals
We visited two Renaissance cathedrals, one in Granada and one in Málaga. Continue …
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Pictures of the Alhambra
On Tuesday we toured the Alhambra. Continue …
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The Cathedral of Seville
I wanted to discuss Islamic rule to give context to the posts that follow. Continue …
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Islamic Rule of Spain
It is impossible to view Southern Spain without a nod to the Muslims. Continue …
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The Streets of Seville
The population of Seville is about 680,000 and encompasses approximately 50 square miles. We stayed it the Centro area, which is criss-crossed with these small streets and passageways that defy easy navigation. Continue …
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The Alcázar of Sevilla
The Alcazar (pronounced al-Cath-r) is a palace … a large one … which has been in continuous use for, more or less, forever. Continue …
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Lance’s Christmas Missive
I am an objectively terrible Christian, but do like this time of year. Continue …
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Arrival In Seville
I should travel with more sleeping pills. Continue …
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Now Departing …
We barely made our flight. Continue …
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Please, Don’t Jump
Let’s talk about suicide for a minute. Continue …
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